RESOLVING CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME – PART 1

In part one of this two part article about Resolving Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), I will cover surgical verses non-surgical approaches that can be used, symptoms, basic anatomy, and physical examination processes.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is the most common form of nerve compression syndrome (compressive neuropathy) in the upper body. (2,3) CTS is also the most expensive musculoskeletal disorder, affecting both business & health care systems, with costs exceeding 2 billion dollars annually (primarily from surgical expenses). (1).

CTS is often a very depilating and painful condition. However, the good news is that most cases of CTS respond very well to manual therapy and exercise, and do NOT require surgery. Click here to read the full article!